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[JUST IN] EPL: Brighton Stun Man City With 2-1 Comeback Victory

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Manchester City suffer defeat Saturday night with Brighton pulling off a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory to topple the reigning champions.

Despite a powerful start and an early lead from Erling Haaland, Pep Guardiola’s side faltered as Brighton’s spirited performance in the second half turned the tide.

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The PUNCH reports that the game began with Manchester City in control, with Haaland breaking through to open the scoring in the 26th minute, setting the tone for what many expected to be another City triumph.

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But Brighton had other plans.

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Showing resilience and tactical agility, Brighton’s manager turned to his bench in the second half, a move that paid dividends almost instantly.

Brighton substitutes Joao Pedro and Matt O’Riley were the heroes of the night, both scoring within five electrifying minutes.

Pedro’s composed finish levelled the game, igniting the home crowd.

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Moments later, O’Riley’s clinical strike in the 79th minute sent Brighton fans into raptures, sealing a victory and leaving Manchester City grappling with back-to-back setbacks.

Guardiola fell to a fourth successive defeat for the first time in his managerial career as Brighton came from behind to beat his Manchester City side.

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It is the first time since 2006 that City have lost four in a row, BBC reports.

Details later …

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Enabulele Celebrates Edo Deputy Governor on Birthday

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The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has congratulated the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, on the occasion of his birthday.

In a statement issued on Monday through his Media Officer, Edoko Wilson Edoko, Enabulele described Idahosa as a true democrat, a results-driven leader, and a high-flyer.

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You have continued to distinguish yourself in all your endeavours. Even as a young legislator, your impactful representation and laudable stewardship exemplify the true definition of a performer, earning you the admiration of many,” he said.

Enabulele further noted that Idahosa’s life is a testament to the importance of loyalty and respect, particularly in his current role as a supportive Deputy Governor. “You have stood firmly behind your boss, and that epitomizes true leadership,” he stated.

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As you celebrate another milestone, I join family, friends, and well-wishers across the globe in acknowledging your humility, commitment, and determination to ensure Edo State continues to rise under Governor Okpebholo’s SHINE Agenda,” Enabulele added.

He commended the Deputy Governor’s unwavering dedication to nation-building, his vision for a better Edo, and his commitment to advancing and safeguarding the interests of all Edo people, regardless of status or circumstance, describing these qualities as “worthy of emulation.”

We pray that Almighty God continues to grant you wisdom, good health, sound mind, happiness, and joy as you celebrate another year,” the statement concluded.

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Edo SWAN Felicitates Deputy Governor On Birth Anniversary

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‎The Leadership of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Edo State chapter, has felicitated with deputy governor of the state, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, on his birth anniversary.

A felicitation message jointly signed by Comrade Kehind Osagiede and Comrade Idahosa Moses, Edo SWAN Chairman and Secretary, on behalf of all sports writers in the state said, ‎”all of us at SWAN in Edo state are delighted over this milestone and wish that many more celebrations come your way now and always.”

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The duo, in the message, while describing the deputy governor as a man of “honour, candour and commitment to public good as you have aptly demonstrated in the task of sports and youths development in Edo state,” acknowledged his support and encouragement to the body since he assumed office.

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The message reads: “Your dedication to serving the people of Edo State and your insightful contributions to good governance is highly commendable

“‎Today, we celebrate a visionary leader who is propelling the sports sector to unprecedented heights.

“‎As you celebrate this special day, we wish Your Excellency good health and fulfillment in all your aspirations.”

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Cristiano Ronaldo Officially Engaged, Set To Get Married

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Georgina Rodríguez has confirmed that she is engaged to Al Nassr forward Cristiano Ronaldo.

She revealed this in a post on social media on Monday.

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Ronaldo met Georgina in a Madrid fashion store, and they have been together for almost 10 years.

The couple have two children together, with Rodríguez acting as stepmother to his other three children.

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They have been repeatedly bombarded with questions over the years about when they would get married.

Georgina posted a photo of a large ring on her wedding finger and wrote: “Yes I do. In this and in all my lives.”

Ronaldo had previously said they were not married yet because the timing was not “quite right.”

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